To be spiritually dead is to be diabolically alive
R. C. SproulRead
I do not want to drive across a bridge designed by an engineer who believed the numbers in structural stress models are relative truths.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote warns against the dangers of subjectivism in technical fields, emphasizing the need for objective truths in engineering.
R. C. Sproul's quote highlights the importance of objective truths in engineering and scientific fields, suggesting that reliance on relative truths can lead to catastrophic failures, such as poorly designed bridges. It reflects the need for engineers to adhere to concrete truths based on solid principles rather than personal interpretations, as the safety of structures relies on these unwavering facts.
Themes
EngineeringTruthScienceObjectivitySafety
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a speech about the importance of ethics in engineering education.
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